Rapids City, IL (July 24, 2024) – Crews were on the scene of an apparent motorcycle crash near the Interstate 80 exit on Illinois Highway 84 near Rapids City around noon, according to information released on Monday, July 22.
Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle and a passenger car. The driver of the motorcycle was taken to Genesis Medical Center Silvis for injuries that weren’t life-threatening, deputies said. No other injuries were reported at the scene. However, an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision is ongoing, and no additional details have been released.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time.
Serious Motorcycle Accidents in Illinois
In the greater Chicagoland area and throughout the state of Illinois, more generally, motorcycle collisions cause tens of thousands of injuries and a considerable number of fatalities. An estimated 70,000 to 80,000 people are injured annually in motorcycle accidents across the nation. Furthermore, motorcycle collisions claim the lives of approximately 4,000 to 5,000 individuals annually.
Additional liability may extend to multiple parties for the accident-related damages that you incurred. In most cases, negligent motorists are to blame. However, with additional investigation, additional relevant entities will be identified as the cause of your injury. Our tenacious, skilled Rapids City motorcycle accident lawyer at the Romaker Law Firm will challenge the insurance company to secure maximum compensation for your injury claim, regardless of the cause of the collision. You must demonstrate that the opposing party was negligent and liable. For instance, the contentious notion of negligence concerns an individual’s lack of reasonable care.
After a motorcycle collision, the staff of the Romaker Law Firm is prepared to advocate for justice on your and your family’s behalf. Insurance companies will exploit your collision to reduce the money they must pay. Fortunately, our talented motorcycle accident attorneys can assess your case in a free consultation. Following tragic and life-changing collisions, we have assisted residents of Illinois and Chicago in obtaining the fair compensation necessary to cover their losses and injuries. Contact our motorcycle crash lawyers in the Chicago area at 312-377-7000 to learn more about your legal options following a crash that has significantly upended your life and affected your well-being.
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